Management – Leadership

Toxic work culture is the biggest reason why people quit, and it’s 10 times even more important than pay, according to research published in the MIT Sloan Management Review. But what exactly does a toxic workplace actually look like? Negative work environments are often characterized by gossip and unhealthy competition, and the onus is put on the behavior of team members. However, toxicity is often created, fostered, and advanced by toxic leaders and dysfunctional organizational cultures. The perfect work environment may not be achieved, but leaders can strive for the better by helping to create positive workplaces. Help employees feel

Warren Bennis, one of the founders of the modern study of leadership, was known for this provocative statement: “I don’t know if leadership can be taught … but I believe it can be learned.” Bennis believed that leaders are formed via “crucible moments”: formative events, critical struggles, or serious challenges that force people to learn, grow and think differently about themselves. However, most of us don’t get to experience “crucible moments” on a regular basis—which is probably a good thing, since these events can be exhausting and disruptive! In the absence of crucibles, how can you catalyze your own development

As AI continues to change the way businesses make decisions and chart their growth, more and more executives (including HR executives) are realizing the benefits. Benefits of using smart tools and platforms to guide and manage your day-to-day business. Here are 9 members of the Forbes Human Resources Council revealing what surprised them the most about the big data trend as they embraced it and started seeing positive results. 1. It Impacts Decision Making When big data aids your recruiting, says Kelsey Habich, Mission Critical Solutions, it uncovers bias issues at all levels that affect your organization, especially when related